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Every credit union has stories that show the power of people helping people. Tell us about a time your credit union made a meaningful and lasting difference for a member or your community. Email media@cornerstoneleague.coop.

Pay it forward with payroll deduction

It’s never been easier for credit unions to make an impact in their communities. Through payroll deduction, credit union staff can donate as little as $2 per paycheck to help fund Cornerstone Foundation’s grant programs.


Industry leaders to speak at IMPACT Virtual: Audit and Compliance

One of the primary benefits of IMPACT Virtual (previously known as Annual Meeting) is the opportunity to expand your knowledge through robust content, available at your fingertips.


Proposed home equity law update in Texas

The restrictions caused by COVID-19 brought many challenges to credit unions and their members, particularly as they relate to closing loans.


Black History Month: YPs and staff share their perspectives

Black History Month celebrates the many contributions African Americans have made to this country and is a time to reflect on their central role in history and American culture. The Association for the Study of African American Life and History established this year’s theme, “The Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity.”


Cornerstone helps small CUs evolve and find sustainability

Cornerstone provides many critical tools to help meet the needs of small credit unions in the Cornerstone region, which make up more than 60% of its membership.


You’re invited to visit the Cornerstone booths at CUNA GAC

We invite you to visit our Cornerstone League booth while you’re enjoying the best of advocacy at the CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference.


Credit unions persevere amid destructive winter storms

Last week, businesses and residents across the Cornerstone region endured an unprecedented winter storm, leaving millions without the necessities of power and water.


CUNA GAC, Black History Month, and recovery after winter storms

This week’s Leaguer touches on many topics of importance to your credit union from next week’s CUNA GAC to how credit unions adapted during extreme winter storms. The newsletter also touches on the importance of Black History Month and the many resources available to help small credit unions.


Member applauds Hurricane Creek FCU for exemplary customer service

Hurricane Creek Federal Credit Union third-generation member Jessica Simmons recently described the Benton, Arkansas-based credit union as a place that truly cares about its members.


Hear Kyle Hauptman March 1 at Cornerstone Legislative Briefing

On March 1 at 1 p.m. CT, National Credit Union Administration Board Member Kyle Hauptman will address Cornerstone League members about the regulatory environment for credit unions during the pandemic. Watch for a follow-up email with Zoom meeting details.


Cornerstone Foundation poised to help CUs impacted by winter storms

Severe winter storms moved across the Cornerstone region last week, resulting in power outages and water shortages. Many families need help covering expenses to fix broken pipes and make other household repairs.


FivePoint CU promotes 24-year veteran

Amanda LaBarge has been promoted to assistant vice president of operational support at FivePoint Credit Union.


Winter storm causes CUs to close, report damage

Historic winter storms ravaged the nation this week, causing widespread power outages and dangerous driving conditions. Credit unions across the Cornerstone region have been forced to shut down due to safety concerns as power restoration efforts are underway.


Relying on resilience and crisis management muscle memory

This week has tested the resilience of credit unions across the Cornerstone region. This week’s historic winter storm has caused credit unions to employ resilience and innovation, relying on crisis management muscle memory and reflexes learned through the coronavirus pandemic.


Texas Trust Credit Union Breaks Ground in Grand Prairie

Texas Trust Credit Union will soon have a new branch at South Carrier Parkway and I-20 in Grand Prairie, an area that is seeing significant expansion of retail and restaurant development. The credit union broke ground recently on a new 4,280-square-foot building.


Overcoming job complacency

Are you burned out? Bored? Coasting? Complacent? Counting down the days to retirement? You spend too much time at work to live this way. Let me give you a little nudge to wake up and move out of the fog of complacency with some plain and simple advice.


SBA issues new PPP guidance

With the latest round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) lending in full swing, the Small Business Administration (SBA) has developed new guidance with the U.S. Department of the Treasury.


True Sky CU helps Black-owned OKC bookstore stay in business

As the only bookstore in Oklahoma City’s eastside, Nappy Roots Bookstore founders Camille Landry and Banbose Shando have worked hard to make literature available to the community.


Providing member value through virtual development opportunities

Typically, February is a time when credit unions professionals across the Cornerstone region are packing their suitcases in preparation for annual meeting, GAC, or DE training.


Deadline to nominate Cornerstone Resources directors extended

The deadline to nominate individuals to serve on the Cornerstone Resources board of directors has been extended to Wednesday, Feb. 24.

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